This Halloween was back in 2004 when Brent and I were engaged. We were down in New Mexico and got to go to a party with some family and friends. We loved our costumes, Brent especially. Every year he wants to be Popeye again. I don't know if it was the pipe he was allowed to have for the night or the fake muscles, but something about it was magical for him. No, he really did look good. I loved our costumes too--I am just not as nostalgic as he and I like to tease him about it.
We had a sweet little trio. Brent as Popeye, Sean as Bluto, and myself as Olive Oyl.


I crack up seeing these pictures of Sean (Brent's bro) because he seriously had this look plastered on his face all night. They were totally in the zone.
I have to mention my sister--Rosie the Riveter. She looked perfect!
And the candy man himself--Willy Wonka er, Doug
I hope more of you post Halloween pics...they are just so fun to look at.
10.30.2008
Flashback Friday...Halloween Style
10.28.2008
The Lucky 7 tag...
7 things that I can do: 1. I currently can only run three miles. I signed up for a half marathon in January and can't even scare myself into training! 2. I can surf the web with the best of em! 3. Recite Jack's favorite book "Zoo's who?" entirely from memory. "the elephant's trunk is her nose..." 4. Swear like a sailor. (I probably shouldn't admit that, sorry mom.) 5. I can watch seven seasons of Gilmore Girls in about three weeks. I swore off everything else. 6. I can sign, ASL. Not as well as I used to though. Boo. 7. well I can't tell you what Brent said I can do:) what? I needed some help coming up with things I can do. 7 things that I cannot do: 1. keep my kitchen clean (that's in response to Alicia not being able to NOT keep her kitchen clean--show off!) 2. close my eyes in the shower. The bad guys might get me! 3. kiss Jack enough. I just want to squeeze him! 4. do a backbend. That used to be my signature move and now, well maybe one day again. 5. Parallel park. I should be able to--my father is a master parker/backer upper. 6. iron, well maybe I CAN but I hate it, and I am not really good at it. Brent does all his own ironing. Don't feel too bad for him though, he usually rolls a wrinkly shirt AND I do all the laundry. 7. reach half the items in my kitchen. 7 things that attracted me to Brent: 1. Super supportive-- he always encouraged me to finish school, and I know that he has my back in ANYTHING I want to do. really. 2. His body. He is lean, muscly and no chicken legs. Just the way I like em. 3. Patient, patient, patient. 4. He would do anything for me. I know this one is a little cliche, but if I really wanted something he would do it. I never hear the word "no" and am spoiled because of it. 5. He is really outgoing, and not afraid to say what he's thinking. 6. He gave me the butterflies... 7. duh, his hair. 7 things I most often say: 1. too, too--like "not too, too bad." 2. Sam, Come! 3. I love you 4. I don't feel good. I must be a hypochondriac 5. I'm hungry motha, really I am. in a British accent 6. Really? 7. Dude,... 7 Celebrity admirations: 1. Ellen Degeneres. She is hilarious and just puts me in a good mood. 2. Shirley MacLain. ahhh, Ouiser from Steel Magnolias was the best and of course her performance in Terms of Endearment was awesome--she won best actress for that one. 3. The Beatles. yeah, yeah I know they are everyone's favorite, but seriously how amazing are they? They have remained one of the most beloved and influential bands today. 4. Edward Norton. I have this unexplained attraction to him 5. Ellen Page. I first saw her in the Sundance Film- Hard Candy. Crazy movie, great acting. Then we saw her in x-men and Juno. I loved loved loved Juno. "your baby wants to be borned!" 6. Steve Carell. another one that just makes me happy. I have loved his last three movies, and of course he is still making us laugh/feel awekward in The Office. 7. J.K. Rowling. wowsers! I think anyone who can write a book is brilliant but her imagination and her characters are just facinating. 7 Favorite foods: 1. Cereal, I eat it almost every night 2. Chips and salsa. It's sooo addicting 3. rice pudding 4. green chili--good in everything! 5. Oatmeal 6. veggie cream cheese 7. New Mexican food, I am a little biased but I swear it is the best stuff you will ever taste. 7 People I tag: 1. Becca Hensley 2. Teresa Ockey 3. Meshan Foutz 4. Veronica Morton 5. Melanie Chambers 6. Katie McPherson 7. Heather Keele
10.24.2008
"Theres a little witch in Every Woman""
One of my favorite movies is Practical Magic, and of course I always watch it this time of year. I love it! I love the Aunts, I love the old house, I love the island where they live, I love the long hair, I love the sister bond, and of course I love the magic. I always joke about wanting to be a witch, and have seriously in the past grown my hair out in hopes of being more like Sally Owens. I love Sally Owens. If you haven't seen this movie, you should especially since it's October AND if like me, you have a secret desire of being a witch too! Remember, "theres no devil in the craft."
Also, the soundtrack to this movie is awesome. It is one of the few that I actually own.
10.15.2008
Little Starling Photography
Via Heather I was introduced to Lauriann Wakefield who shoots little people, and is amazing at it! The name of her company is Little Starling Photography, you should check it out if you are interested.
Anyway, she took Jack's pictures a couple of weeks ago, and I just wanted to post them for all to see. I am SO pleased with these pictures so far and have more coming for me in a couple of days...







10.12.2008
Just a reminder...
9.30.2008
Hobo Hands
I actually learned how to knit something other than scarfs...granted fingerless gloves are pretty easy and I had instruction but still I learned a lot! I took a class at Kamilles over at Gardner Village, which by that way they offer many other classes as well. I loved my instructor and she really taught me how to purl, use circular needles ( I love by the way) and read patterns. Yes the classes and even the yarn are a little pricey; but the service couldn't be better and the yarn is beautiful! My next knitting venture is going to be Christmas stockings...any one wanna join me?
9.25.2008
Flipper race, anyone?
This post is totally random and super old, but I finally figured out how to get videos on my blog. (well okay I finally bugged Brent enough and he did it) Anyhoo, these videos are of the Carter boys arranging a little flipper race on the beach in California. It was hilarious, and more than just our crowd enjoyed it. Other people were sitting around watching too. Seriously, it's a pretty good laugh, so enjoy! Race #1 Doug vs. Blaine Race #2 Brent vs. Sean ...and the Championship Brent vs. Blaine good bye summer--hello FALL!!



